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Puck founding partner Matthew Belloni takes you inside Hollywood, using exclusive reporting and insight to explain the backstories on everything from Marvel movies to streaming wars. Multiple times each week, Matt is joined by major executives, dealmakers, and journalists, to discuss what is getting made and why, who is winning and losing, and what people in show business are actually talking abou... more

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Matt is joined by film producer Todd Garner to discuss if movies are actually getting longer. Todd provides a study of over 3,600 films from 1980-2025 to reveal which genres have gotten longer over the years, and by how much. They discuss a surprisin... more

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Matt is joined by Jason Richman, UTA partner and cohead of media rights, to talk about the recent success of high-profile book adaptations at the box office ('Project Hail Mary,' 'Wuthering Heights,' 'The Housemaid'), why the long-standing Hollywood ... more

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Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to discuss why Netflix has raised its prices twice in the past 18 months and the growing prominence of ad tiers on streaming services. They also talk about Opening Day baseball airing on Netflix, the surging M... more

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Matt is joined by United States Senator Adam Schiff (D-California) to discuss his recent hearing with entertainment industry and labor leaders on the challenges facing the film industry and the importance of instituting a federal tax incentive to bri... more

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Recent Guests

Paul Feig
Director, writer, producer known for Bridesmaids, The Heat, Spy, A Simple Favor
Director/Producer
Episode: Secrets to Commercial Filmmaking With 'The Housemaid' Director Paul Feig
Adam Schafter
Sports broadcaster/analyst referenced in discussion
Episode: The NFL's Billion-Dollar Cash Grab and Whether There’s Any Left for Film and TV
Jon Jones
Artist
Episode: The NFL's Billion-Dollar Cash Grab and Whether There’s Any Left for Film and TV
Amelia Dimoldenberg
Official social media ambassador and red carpet correspondent of the Oscars
Oscars/Chicken Shop Date
Episode: How to De-Age the Oscars with Amelia Dimoldenberg
Mark Guiducci
Global Editorial Director of Vanity Fair
Vanity Fair
Episode: Why the Biggest Oscar Party Is Cutting Its Guest List in Half
Rachel Sennott
Actor, writer, producer; subject of the interview
Self/Various (film projects)
Episode: How to Chart a Career Path in Modern Hollywood, With Rachel Sennott
Richard Greenfield
Analyst at LightShed Partners
LightShed Partners
Episode: How David Ellison Plans to Mash Two Major Studios Into One
John Wells
Lead producer of The Pitt, noted TV producer with a distinguished career
The Pitt
Episode: The Retro Innovation of ‘The Pitt,’ With Lead Producer John Wells
Michael Lynton
Former chairman and CEO of Sony Pictures, now chairman of Snap.
Snap
Episode: Why the Former Sony Head Blames Himself for the Infamous Hack

Host

Matthew Belloni
Host and founding partner at Puck, specializing in exclusive reporting on Hollywood dynamics and industry backstories.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • Host is a mess

    He’s a blowhard with a super annoying voice. Don’t host if you want to interrupt everyone. Just have a monologue!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    nbsfmc
    United States6 days ago
  • Engaging even for a skeptic

    95% of what the show covers is cultural garbage, but it's garbage that makes the world go round so the podcast is a good way to keep from being completely out of touch. One small favor: please don't call celebrities by their first names; my tooth enamel can't take any more of "Timmy."

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Gelatinous Parcel
    United States13 days ago
  • obnoxious

    Matt Belloni seems to believe being the loudest voice makes you the most right. If you can stomach him constantly interrupting and talking over his guests, especially women, you’ll walk away with a few industry nuggets.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    cjmTO
    Canada18 days ago
  • Matt balogna

    Is a sycophant with an annoying voice

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    My Dooood
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love the show!

    Thought the Sony head episode was going to be ok, but what a great episode!! Revelation of Seth Rogen character on The Studio was pretty amazing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rudytr
    United States2 months ago

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Some criticisms point to the host's interviewing style, with a few finding it overly aggressive or dismissive at times.
The show's access to high-profile guests and its focus on important industry trends receive positive remarks.
Listeners appreciate the insights into Hollywood's inner workings and the engaging discussions with industry leaders.
There are mixed feelings about the depth of analysis on certain topics, with some wanting more substantial insights rather than surface-level commentary.

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Gosling, MBJ, Timmy, and the Biggest Movie Stars Under 50 Power Ranking
Q: What's the new pecking order for actors if given unlimited money, which star would producers and studio executives most want to bet on?
The hosts and Lucas Shaw discuss a list led by Michael B. Jordan or Ryan Gosling as top contenders, with Timothée Chalamet, Sydney Sweeney, Margot Robbie, and Scarlett Johansson in close consideration, emphasizing box office lure and ability to drive theatrical openings rather than just streaming success or franchise affinity.
The NFL's Billion-Dollar Cash Grab and Whether There’s Any Left for Film and TV
Q: What does this mean for the dominance of the NFL in the sports rights market and for other leagues like MLB or NHL?
The NFL's dominance is likely to force a rebalancing, potentially shifting more rights into premium packages or alternative distribution while leveraging the NFL's leverage to secure extended control over value, which could advantage larger tentpole events over smaller packages.
The NFL's Billion-Dollar Cash Grab and Whether There’s Any Left for Film and TV
Q: Okay, so you read with interest Alex, what did your recent story reveal about the renegotiation timing and leverage?
Renegotiations are being pushed by the NFL as it reassesses value after seeing the NBA deal's jump, with traditional media companies pressed to find a balance between paying more and maintaining a viable business, while avoiding a total collapse of their sports programming.
Secrets to Commercial Filmmaking With 'The Housemaid' Director Paul Feig
Q: How do you handle marketing and post-production collaboration?
He emphasizes sharing dailies with marketing early, embracing their insights, and using test screenings to iterate beyond what the director might intuit, rather than keeping marketing in the dark.
Secrets to Commercial Filmmaking With 'The Housemaid' Director Paul Feig
Q: What is your approach to making a low-budget movie feel theatrical?
Feig describes selecting strong material, assembling a capable ensemble, and engineering the film to deliver a guaranteed shared experience for audiences, using tested audience feedback to fine-tune the pacing and jokes.

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Exploring the intricate world of Hollywood, this show provides deep insights into the entertainment industry, focusing on significant events, emerging trends, and the key players behind the scenes. Topics frequently discussed include film and television production dynamics, the implications of major deals and acquisitions, and the influence of streaming services on traditional media. The host frequently engages with high-profile guests, including executives, filmmakers, and industry insiders, making it a valuable resource for both fans and professionals seeking to understand the evolving landscape of media and entertainment.

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Recent guests on The Town include:

1. Paul Feig
2. Adam Schafter
3. Jon Jones
4. Amelia Dimoldenberg
5. Mark Guiducci
6. Rachel Sennott
7. Richard Greenfield
8. John Wells

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